Title to a car is the official record and proof of ownership of the car. Transferring the title to a car is necessary when a seller sells the car to a buyer—or when divorcing spouses are transferring the title from both spouses to one spouse. Your state’s department of motor vehicles will usually make the forms necessary to transfer the title/change vehicle ownership available on its website—with some additional information to guide you through the process.
In Arkansas, the title to a car is a legal document that establishes a person or entity as the legal owner of the vehicle. When a car is sold, the title must be transferred from the seller to the buyer to reflect the change in ownership. This process is overseen by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA), specifically through its Office of Motor Vehicle. The necessary forms for transferring a title can typically be found on the DFA's website. The process involves filling out the vehicle title and registration application, paying the required fee, and providing additional documentation such as a bill of sale, odometer disclosure statement, and proof of insurance. In the case of a divorce, the title can be transferred from joint ownership to a single spouse, which may require additional legal documentation such as a divorce decree. It is important to complete the title transfer promptly to avoid potential legal issues and to ensure that the vehicle's ownership records are accurate.